Changing the Lives of Young
People Through Rowing
Our Story so Far
2018
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2019
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The focus for 2019 has centered around building the foundation for the future success of the program for the next 5 years.
The operational structure of the program has been formalised with a personnel structure, equipment and the program curriculum all being developed and implemented.
Making Waves successfully doubled its 2018 impact.
2020
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Making Waves consolidated the program this year and engaged with 502 young people across its programs.
Making Waves endorsed its strategic plan for 2020-2023 which included a set of program values: respect, inclusion, courage and ambition.
Making Waves launched a new component of the in-school program, called "How We Row" which is a class mission statement that is co-created by the participants.
2021
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Making Waves expanded its reach this year with 631 young people engaged in its programs.
Making Waves was established as a separate company and, later in the year, received charitable status with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Making Waves undertook significant community consultation to develop the School Rowing Pathway, which will support partner schools to develop their own rowing programs with a key focus on competing in the All Schools Regatta program.
2022
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2022 was the biggest year the program has seen, with great progress made toward the plan to transition the program to more of a co-curricular program.
We had approximately 740 young people involved in the program from 8 participating schools.
2023
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Making Waves pursued the direction of competition-based training and racing!
Participants were able to compete in the Rowing WA All Schools regattas, and came away with competitive results.
While the in-school program continues in a more directed format, the out-of school program nurtures those looking to take the next steps in their rowing careers.